The Bayou state is well known for its barrage of tropical storms and hurricanes. Louisiana is almost exclusively targeted for extreme weather. It contains extreme heat among the different storms that hit the land. While
Military burn pits are some of the most dangerous places for veterans. These pits are used to dispose of toxic chemical waste by means of open-air burning. Veterans, especially those who served in Iraq or
Disabled persons struggle to get around most major cities, but when you have an older city like New Orleans, it can be particularly challenging. The New Orleans Regional Transit Authority has announced its plans to
All too many of the homes for disabled adults, including developmentally disabled adults, have had past violations that would indicate they were unprepared or unqualified to handle COVID-19 safety practices. One of these housed Joe
In the vein of Making a Murderer, the show “Death Row Stories” focuses on death row convictions which push the ethical envelope. On May 10th, it was announced that the Louisiana native Corey Williams would
The Inland Revenue Service has set a May 5 deadline for veterans who have dependents and missed out on the COVID-19 stimulus checks that were sent out in April. These individuals have been warned that
A Georgia mother has filed a federal lawsuit involving the children who shared a bus with her disabled daughter. The middle-school child with special needs is the victim of the claim, alleging that others on
Valencia Williams is a 31-year-old exotic dancer who works nights regularly. However, through the Social Security Administration, she had been receiving disability benefits claiming that the anxiety and depression she experienced were so debilitating she
Near a Forest Park gas station, a disabled man was able to fight off four teens who were attempting to steal his car. On January 30th at around 5 in the afternoon, Chris Mancle was
In Georgia, it is very possible to be removed from transplant lists simply for having a disability. Well, David and Erin’s Nobles are fighting to change that. Their own daughter Gracie Nobles, has a disability,
A 16-year-old disabled boy was taken into custody and escorted to the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office. Initially, he was taken into custody for attacking his father on January 19th. The name of the victim has
A Honduras man sought asylum after facing persecution in his home country because of his disabilities and deformities. The American Civil Liberties Union, ACLU, of Louisiana reported that the man was granted parole after release
